Veterinary Assistant
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Caring Hands Animal Hospital of Arlington is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic Vet Assistant to join our team!We are seeking career-oriented individuals who are committed to the profession, value compassionate care and teamwork, and will put forth the extra effort needed to achieve the high-quality service our clients expect.Why Caring Hands Animal Hospital of Arlington, VA?Caring Hands Animal Hospitals are large, well-equipped, AAHA-accredited facilities. We offer convenient hours six days a week and have an open-door policy to provide excellent service to our clients. Our full-service hospitals offer state of the art care for our patients including computerized patient records, digital radiography, and in-house laboratory.Our Commitment to Diversity:We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.Veterinary Assistant Qualifications/RequirementsThe primary role of all Caring Hands Animal Hospital employees is to ensure that our clients and patients experience top-notch customer service and excellent patient care. Specific responsibilities of the Veterinary Assistants include:Provide patient care under the direction of a DVMBe proficient in a variety of medical skills and techniques ranging from but not limited to: restraining, taking vitals, administering vaccines, sample collection, etc.Knowledgeable of the different departments in the hospital including laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar and termsStrong Client Communication and Education. Ability to review medical records, estimates and/or discharge instructions with clientsTo perform this job successfully it will be necessary to become proficient in the use of the practice management softwareMaintain a clean and orderly facility.Qualified applicants will have the following traits & abilities:Previous relevant experience desirableMust be 18 years of age or olderExcellent communication skills, and teamwork abilitiesStrong computer skillsBenefits:We're dedicated to your well-being and offer a comprehensive package and professional development opportunities to support your work and home life. These include:Competitive salary of hourly wages between $18.00-$23.00 per hour, determined by candidate's skills, experience and qualifications.Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits for you and eligible dependentsPaid time off for full-time employees401(k) planContinuing education allowance for licensed techniciansGuardian voluntary benefits